PICU Registered Nurse
Newark, NJ
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Pediatric ICU Night shift position requiring PICU critical care experience and an active NJ or Compact RN license.

Responsibilities

• Work in a 19-bed Pediatric ICU within a hospital setting
• May float to Pediatrics and NICU as needed based on skill set and hospital needs
• Night shifts (3x12 hours, 19:00–07:30), including every other weekend
• Typical patient ratio is 1:2 or higher, depending on unit needs
• Care involves use of Medtronic pacemakers, telemetry monitoring, BIPAP/CPAP, ventilators, high flow nasal cannula, and tracheostomies
• Uses EPIC charting system
• Provide high-acuity nursing care to pediatric patients in the ICU setting
• Must wear navy blue scrubs while on shift
• Locals are accepted at the same rate as travelers
• Background and license must be clear of open or active issues
• Shift includes weekend coverage as scheduled

Requirements

• Active NJ or Compact RN license required
• Current BLS and PALS certifications required; NRP preferred
• Minimum of 2 years recent PICU critical care experience and 1 year of documented cardiac experience strongly preferred
• Experience with Medtronic pacemakers and telemetry monitoring required
• Proficiency in BIPAP/CPAP, ventilator management, high flow nasal cannula, and trach care required
• Experience with EPIC EMR preferred
• First-time travelers are not accepted for this position
• Must not have been employed within the RWJBH health system in the past year

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts